Rose Ermete

Rose Ermete currently serves as the Senior Quality Assurance Nurse Auditor at SWOG - Leading Cancer Research. In this pivotal role, she leverages her extensive background in oncology nursing and clinical research to ensure the highest standards of regulatory compliance and data integrity across SWOG’s multi-institutional clinical trials. Her responsibilities include meticulously scheduling and preparing for audits by selecting appropriate cases, compiling comprehensive case lists, and developing detailed audit forms and correspondence. Rose’s expertise in reviewing drug accountability records and consent forms ensures adherence to federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, safeguarding patient safety and maintaining the integrity of research data.

At SWOG, Rose plays a critical role in directing on-site audits, which involve thorough reviews of regulatory documents, consent forms, and the investigational drug pharmacy. Her clinical nursing background enhances her ability to conduct nuanced assessments of trial procedures and patient safety protocols. She also coordinates exit interviews with site staff, providing professional nursing insights and fostering continuous quality improvement. Her deep understanding of oncology research, combined with her skills in clinical trials management and quality assurance, positions her as a key contributor to SWOG’s mission of advancing cancer research through rigorous, compliant, and ethically sound studies.

Rose’s expertise extends beyond audit procedures; she actively collaborates with investigators and research staff to identify areas for process enhancements, ensuring that SWOG remains at the forefront of cancer research excellence. Her commitment to research integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance underscores her vital role in supporting SWOG’s goal of improving outcomes for cancer patients through innovative and reliable clinical trials.